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Pumpkin Heart: Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Pumpkin Heart: Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    CDC is not just a deadly disease of the Golden Retriever. It is a deadly disease of many breeds including the Cocker Spaniels, Dobermans, Great Danes, English Springer... Read more...
FDA Links Contaminated Pet Treats to Human Illness
On June 9th, 2015, the FDA released a report discussing the relationship between bacteria contaminated pet food and treats, pet illness, and human illness. The report is divided into four parts: the goals of the study, the parameters of the study, the results of the study thus far, and a list of precautions pet owners can take in light of the findings. The Goal Led by the FDA and the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network (Vet-LIRN), the goal of the study, in the words of Vet-LIRN's Director and lead research biologist Renate Reimschuessel, V.M.D, Ph.D: "Ultimately,... Read more...
Foods You Should Never Feed a Dog or Cat
No matter how powerful those puppy dog eyes may be, there are some foods you just can’t share with Fido.   Most pet owners are familiar with the more popular offenders, like chocolate or macadamia nuts. If you've never heard this important message before we will say it again: Don't Feed Chocolate To Your Pets! But these aren't the only foods pet owners should avoid at all costs. As it stands there are dozens of human favorites that should never make their way into a pet’s food bowl. Here are... Read more...
Questionable Ingredients: Artificial Colors and Flavorings
Questionable Ingredients: Artificial Colors and Flavorings
7 Artificial Colors and Flavorings that should make you think twice.   Choosing to read the ingredient list for your pet’s food can be a frightening endeavor depending on what... Read more...
ASPCA's Top Pet Toxins of 2014
ASPCA's Top Pet Toxins of 2014
Every year the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) receives over 100,000 calls regarding pets that have been exposed to potentially harmful or poisonous substances. By call volume, here is... Read more...